1956 Fiat 600 vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1961 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 520 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
